1. What are the requirements for getting a Learner’s License?

Your teen must be at least 15 years old and you must provide:

• One primary form of identification, proof of date of birth, and one secondary form of identification


• Proof of social security number if issued Chapter 322, Florida Statutes, requires the Department see proof of social security number for the issuance of driver license and identification cards.


• Proof of residential address,


• Proof that you completed a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course (check your local yellow pages under ‘Driving Instruction’ for a location near you) or a license from any state, country, or jurisdiction, and


• Parental Consent Form, which must be signed in the presence of a driver license examiner or notarized if parent or guardian will not be present. If you are under 18 and are not married one parent or legal guardian must sign your license application. Step-parents may not sign unless they have legally adopted you.

Your teen is required to take:

• A Written Test covering the following areas:
  • Road Rules – 20 multiple choice questions about traffic laws – must have 15 correct answers to pass.
  • Road Signs - 20 multiple choice questions about road signs – must have 15 correct answers to pass.
• Vision Test using an eye machine. To pass, you must have 20/40 (or better) vision in each and both eyes, with or without corrective lenses.
• Hearing Test

2. When can a teen drive without an adult in the car?

Once teens obtain an Intermediate License their driving privileges are based on their age.

• 16 years old - Driving is allowed between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. without a licensed adult (all other times must be accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 years old occupying the closest seat to the right of the driver, or be traveling to or from work.)



• 17 years old -
Driving allowed between 5 a.m. and 1 a.m. without a licensed adult (all other times must be accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 years old occupying the closest seat to the right of the driver, or be traveling to or from work.


• 18 years old - Driving is allowed at all hours.

3. Are there any exceptions to the driving hour restrictions on an Intermediate License?

With an Intermediate License your teen may drive without a licensed adult during the driving hour restrictions if travelling to or from work.

4. My son’s school does not offer driver’s education; is it required?

Driver education is not required to obtain any of the three graduated licenses; Learner's License, Intermediate License, Full Privilege License.

5.What identification is needed to apply for a license?

One primary form of identification, proof of date of birth, and one secondary form of identification; see document list for citizens or non-noncitizens

6.What happens if my teen gets a ticket while holding a Learner’s License?

If convicted, your teen will not be able to take the driving test for an Intermediate License for one year from the conviction date.

7. Can my daughter drive to and from school without an adult in the car with her Learner’s License?

No. With a Learner's License, your teen can only drive with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and occupies the front passenger seat AT ALL TIMES.

8. Where do I find the Driving Guide/Log sheet?

You can obtain the log sheet , on-line on this website.

9. What other resources are available?

The Skills Mastery Checklist covers the basic skills required to obtain a license. Also, check out our some of our references.